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URJ Leadership Bootcamp

Register now for this online seminar on October 26 featuring a keynote presentation and a wide selection of diverse breakout sessions focused on building foundational leadership skills.

The URJ 2024 Annual Report

Learn about the URJ's work in 2024 -- a year in which we stood strong with the message that “we are here” in our local communities across North America and in Israel.

Save the Date: URJ Biennial 2026

Join us December 10–13, 2026 in Philadelphia as we gather as a Movement for an unforgettable four-day immersive experience.

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Ethics Accountability

The safety of every person in our community is our sacred moral responsibility. This is, and always will be, our highest priority. Learn how to report incidents of harassment, abuse, or misconduct to the URJ or other Reform movement institutions.

Press Releases

Reform Movement Statement on the Release of the Remaining Israeli Hostages

October 13, 2025

Our brothers and sisters who were held in unimaginable conditions by Hamas are now free and have reunited with their loved ones.

Reform Movement Statement on Hostage and Ceasefire Plan

October 9, 2025

After two years of seemingly endless war, we welcome the news that an end is finally in sight.

Statement from leaders of International Reform and Progressive Judaism

Leaders of International Reform and Progressive Judaism Stand Together in Solidarity

August 12, 2025

A response to UK leaders of Progressive Judaism being heckled and forced to leave the stage at a community-wide rally calling for the release of the hostages.

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What's New

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Prayers and Resources in Hopeful Anticipation for the Release of the Hostages

October 12, 2025

May these prayers and rituals guide us through this emotional time and foster a sense of community and compassion.

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A Message for Rosh HaShanah 5786

September 21, 2025

As we reflect on this past year and look to 5786, we know that a new year of blessings must be built on the firm foundation of a purposeful and proud Judaism.

Wisdom Across Generations: Leading for Tomorrow

September 15, 2025

We sat down with two Reform Jewish youth leaders, immediate past NFTY president Benji Rosenblum and former NELFTY vice president Milton Sender, to discuss the evolution of the Jewish teen experience in North America, leadership, identity, and community.

This Week's Torah Portion

B'reishit
בְּרֵאשִׁית
In the Beginning

When God was about to create heaven and earth, the earth was a chaos, unformed, and on the chaotic waters' face there was darkness. - Genesis 1:1-:2

Torah

Genesis 1:1−6:8

Haftarah

Isaiah 42:5-43:10

When

October 18, 2025 / 26 Tishri 5786

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Next Week's Torah Portion

NoachNoahנֹחַ

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URJ Marketplace

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JHR: Manage Human Resources with Ease and Expertise

At JHR, we integrate Jewish values with organizational health and employee well-being to become your trusted Human Resources (HR) partner.

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The URJ-ADL Partnership to Combat Antisemitism and Hate

The URJ has joined with the Anti-Defamation League to provide congregations and individuals with tools to respond to acts of antisemitism and hate in their communities.

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